Weapon safety rules | Weapons issues | Weapons misc |
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Rule 1
Treat every weapon as if it were LOADED
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Interruption in the cycle of operation
What is a stoppage
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Audible pop or reduced recoil
What is an indication of a weak charge?
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Never point a weapon at anything that you do not intend to shoot
Rule 2
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Delay in function of cartridge
What is a hang fire
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SPORTS
What is a remedial action?
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Keep your finger straight and OFF the trigger until ready to fire
Rule 3
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Complete failure to fire (dud)
What is a misfire?
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Slap - upward on mag to ensure it is seated
Pull - action fully and lock to rear Observe - chamber clear Release - action Tap - forward on action Sight - and attempt to fire
What is SPORTS?
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Keep weapon on safe until you intend to fire
Rule 4
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Cartridges pressed or wedged
What is a jammed gun?
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Failure of the weapon
What is a malfunction?
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Heat of weapon, may occur 10 sec to 5 min after contact
What is a cook off?
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